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Finding a greener route for transport refrigeration

Innovation helps Hwee Jan stay sustainable while meeting clients’ needs

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    • At the core of Hwee Jan’s refrigeration truck business is a strong belief in creating value for its customers, with products tailored to their needs.
    • At the core of Hwee Jan’s refrigeration truck business is a strong belief in creating value for its customers, with products tailored to their needs. PHOTO: HWEE JAN

    Chia Kai Ting, Chin Chiao Pei, Lee Rui En, Ngoh Shi Xuan and Sim Zheng Long

    Published Thu, Apr 3, 2025 · 05:00 AM

    [SINGAPORE] Transport company Hwee Jan has never stopped moving forward. It was founded in 1980 by Lim Hock Lock, who wanted to transform the automotive sector with cutting-edge air-conditioning systems.

    “Entrepreneurship means needing to take risks – calculated risks,” said Lim.

    The company started out providing automotive air-conditioning systems. In the 1990s, after it was appointed the sole distributor for Mitsubishi truck refrigeration systems, it started manufacturing its own insulated boxes.

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